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Ministry of Textiles
Australia's High Commissioner visits Jarracharra: Dry Season Wind Exhibition of Australian Textiles at National Crafts Museum
‘Jarracharra: Dry Season Wind’ exhibition organized by Ministry of Textile and Australian High Commission
The Hon. Barry O’Farrell AO, Australia's High Commissioner to India and Smt. Shubhra, Trade Advisor & Development Commissioner Handicrafts & Handloom, Ministry of Textiles visited National Crafts Museum to see the Jarracharra Exhibition of Australian Textiles.
The exhibition has arrived in India for the first time, and was on display inKolkata, Mumbai and currently at the National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy during 1 – 17 March. It is organised with support from the G20 Secretariat, Ministry of Textiles, New Delhi Municipal Council and curated by the National Institute of Fashion Design. The exhibition will then tour Chennai and Bengaluru.
Jarracharra: Dry Season Wind showcases a powerful collection of Aboriginal women’s textile art from the Bábbarra Women’s Centre, one of the most remote art centres in the world, in Arnhem Land . This exhibition features women depicting ancient narratives using contemporary mediums, and walking through the exhibition, you feel like you are travelling across the ancient country of Northern Australia.
By featuring the works of 16 women artists from Maningrida, from nine language groups, the exhibition celebrates the cultural and linguistic diversity of the region. Most artists in this exhibition are Kuninjku; however, there are also artists from the Gurr-goni, Ndjébbana, Mawng, Burarra, Djambarrpuyngu, Djinang, Rembarrnga, Kriol and Kune languages. Around 120 Indigenous languages are still spoken today in Australia.
Today, Bábbarra supports more than 30 women artists, and has produced over 100 screen designs reflecting diverse Arnhem land country and cultures.
Thousand of visitors have not only seen this Exhibition but have shown keen interest also.
Ministry of Defence
INS Sumedha visits Bali, Indonesia
(As part of the Indian Navy's Long Range Deployment in the South Eastern Indian Ocean, INS Sumedha, is on a visit to Port Tanjung Benoa, Bali, from 04 Aug to 06 Aug 2022. The ship is en route to Perth, Australia, to coincide with India's Independence Day and celebrations of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. The visit to Bali is aimed at strengthening bilateral ties, enhancing military cooperation and improving interoperability with the Indonesian Navy. During her stay at Bali, the ship's crew will engage in professional interactions, cross-deck visits and sports fixtures with their Indonesian Navy counterparts.
Prior to entering Bali, the ship undertook a Maritime Partnership Exercise with KRI Sultan Hasanuddin, a Sigma class corvette of the Indonesian Navy on 02 August 2022. The exercise which included seamanship evolutions, tactical manoeuvres and communication procedures provided an opportunity for sharing professional experiences and strengthening maritime cooperation between the two navies.
INS Sumedha is an indigenously built Naval Offshore Patrol Vessel and is deployed for multiple roles independently and in support of fleet operations. She is part of the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet based at Visakhapatnam and functions under the operational command of the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Union Sports Minister Shri Kiren Rijiju and actor Vidyut Jammwal to flag off 200-km long ‘Fit India Walkthon’ with ITBP
Union Sports Minister Shri Kiren Rijiju, along with actor Vidyut Jammwal will flag off a 200-km long ‘Fit India Walkathon’ on October 31 at Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.
The event is being organised by Indo Tibetan Border Police  and will go on for 3 days  in which jawans and personnel of various central armed police forces  will participate and march for over 200-km.
The walkathon march will continue day and night and will also pass through the dunes of the Thar desert in the area located along the India-Pakistan border.
Speaking about the upcoming event, Shri Kiren Rijiju said, "It was the clarion call of our PM to make the Fit India Movement a People's Movement. I am extremely happy that the brave soldiers of our armed forces have come together to promote the importance of fitness through this unique walkathon. I will be joining them in Jaisalmer and participating in the walk along with them. To take the Fit India Movement to every corner of the country is a key initiative of the Sports Ministry."
His thoughts were reiterated by Bollywood actor and fitness icon Vidyut Jammwal who added “ I am very glad that the importance of fitness has been emphasised so wonderfully through the Fit India Walkathon. It's an honour for me to flag off this initiative with Shri Kiren Rijiju and have our jawans join us in our mission to spread the word about fitness."
‘Fit India Walkathon’ aims to create awareness about fit and healthy lifestyle in India and comes on the heels of recently concluded ‘Fit India Freedom Run’ that saw the participation of over 6.5 crore people across India.
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets people of Nagaland on Statehood Day
The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people of Nagaland on their Statehood Day.
“On the occasion of their Statehood Day, I convey my greetings to the people of Nagaland. This state is blessed with immense natural beauty and industrious citizens. I pray that the state scales new heights of development in the times to come.”, the Prime Minister said.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
NFDC ScreenWriters’ Lab 2023 Unveils EIGHT Dynamic Writers & Scripts from Pan-India
Mumbai, 14 September 2023
Eight projects of multiple genres, including magic realism, fantasy, horror/thriller, women’s empowerment, cross-border politics, LGTBQ+ issues, and mental illness, have been selected for the 16th edition of NFDC Screenwriters’ Lab, an ongoing initiative to develop, nurture, and promote original voices from all over India. The eight screen writers, who also happen to be filmmakers of ad films, short films, documentaries, and feature films, have written the selected scripts in multiple languages, including Hindi, Marathi, English, Urdu, Malayalam, Bengali, Odia, and Tibetan. Two of the writers are National Award Winners for “Best Marathi Film” and “Best Cinematography.”
“We, at NFDC, strongly feel that a well-written script forms the foundation of a compelling story, engaging characters, and meaningful dialogue, all of which are essential elements of a successful film.” said Shri. Prithul Kumar, Managing Director of NFDC, “We are at the forefront of not only training our writers to better develop their unique stories, but also pitch them successfully to domestic and international producers and investors at Film Bazaar, while keeping industry trends and practices in mind.”
The three-part intensive workshop is an annual program that offers emerging and established screenwriters an opportunity to fully develop their screenplays under the guidance of acclaimed script experts from India and around the world.
This year’s mentors include the founder of NFDC ScreenWriters’ Lab Marten Rabarts , Claire Dobbin , Bikas Mishra , and Ketki Pandit .
Evaluators include Indian and international filmmakers, producers, and journalists Melanie Dicks, Cynthia Kane, Gyan Correa, Arfi Laamba, Siddartha Jatla, Udita Jhujhunwala, and Kachan Kalra.
The 2023 ScreenWriters’ Lab participants and projects are :
- Avinash Arun – “Boomerang” 
- Sanju Kadu – “Kosla ”
- Rohan K. Mehta – “Absent”
- Neha Negi – “Chhawni ”
- Vatsala Patel – “Daant ”
- Biswa Ranjan Pradhan – “Pramana Patra”
- Diwa Shah – “Chab ”
- Savita Singh – “Ballad of the Circus” 
ScreenWriters’ Lab 2023 Batch : Rohan K. Mehta, Vatsala Patel, Sanju Kadu,
Savita Singh, Biswa Ranjan Pradhan, Neha Negi, Avinash Arun, Diwa Shah
Photo Credit: NFDC
Previous, award-winning projects that have originated from the NFDC Screenwriters’ Lab include LUNCHBOX , LIPSTICK UNDER MY BURKHA , DUM LAGA KE HAISHA , TITLI , SHAB , A DEATH IN THE GUNJ , ISLAND CITY , BOMBAY ROSE , and CHUSKIT , just to name a few.PIB Mumbai | JPS/ SS/ DR
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Prime Minister's Office
PM expresses happiness over installation of 254 4G mobile towers in Arunachal Pradesh
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed his happiness over installation of 254 4G mobile towers in Arunachal Pradesh.
In a tweet thread, Union Minister, Shri Kiren Rijiju informed that in Arunachal Pradesh, 254 4G mobile towers have been dedicated to the nation. This high-speed internet facility to 336 remote villages will transform the lives of the people, he added.
Responding to the tweet threads by Union Minister, the Prime Minister tweeted;
“Excellent news for furthering connectivity in Arunachal Pradesh.”
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles loss of lives due to lightning in parts of Uttar Pradesh
Announces ex gratia for the victims
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the loss of lives due to lightning in parts of Uttar Pradesh and announced ex gratia for the victims.
PMO tweeted, "उत्तर प्रदेश के कई हिस्सों में आकाशीय बिजली गिरने से हुई जनहानि हृदयविदारक है। इस त्रासदी में जिन लोगों को अपनी जान गंवानी पड़ी है, उनके परिजनों के प्रति मैं अपनी शोक संवेदना प्रकट करता हूं। ईश्वर उन्हें इस दुख को सहने की शक्ति दे: PM @narendramodi
The Prime Minister was briefed about the loss of lives and damages due to lightning in parts of Uttar Pradesh. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of the deceased and Rs. 50,000 would be given to the injured."
Prime Minister's Office
PM’s important message on Citizenship Amendment Act 2019
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi assured fellow Indians that Citizenship Amendment Act does not affect any citizen of India of any religion. In a series of tweets he said,
“Violent protests on the Citizenship Amendment Act are unfortunate and deeply distressing.
Debate, discussion and dissent are essential parts of democracy but, never has damage to public property and disturbance of normal life been a part of our ethos.
The Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019 was passed by both Houses of Parliament with overwhelming support. Large number of political parties and MPs supported its passage. This Act illustrates India’s centuries old culture of acceptance, harmony, compassion and brotherhood.
I want to unequivocally assure my fellow Indians that CAA does not affect any citizen of India of any religion. No Indian has anything to worry regarding this Act. This Act is only for those who have faced years of persecution outside and have no other place to go except India.
The need of the hour is for all of us to work together for the development of India and the empowerment of every Indian, especially the poor, downtrodden and marginalised.
We cannot allow vested interest groups to divide us and create disturbance.
This is the time to maintain peace, unity and brotherhood. It is my appeal to everyone to stay away from any sort of rumour mongering and falsehoods.”
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports releases India’s contribution of USD 72,124 to UNESCO Fund for Elimination of Doping in Sport in 2022
It is a considerably enhanced contribution of twice the assessed value
UNESCO expresses appreciation for Government of India’s ongoing contribution towards the Fund and its commitment to fight against doping in sport
As per the resolution of 7COP held at Paris, 29-31 September, 2019, the State Parties had agreed for 1% of the contribution of the regular budget of respective nation to UNESCO towards the Fund for the Elimination of Doping in Sport. Pursuant to the commitment and Resolution 8CP/14 of Eighth Session of the Conference of Parties  held at UNESCO Hqrs, Paris, from 26 to 28 October, 2021, the Government of India, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has released an enhanced contribution of India to UNESCO Fund for Elimination of Doping in Sport to twice the assessed value i.e. USD 72,124 in 2022. First time in 2021, Government of India, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports made contribution of USD 28172 towards the UNESCO Fund on the basis of request received from UNESCO.
In the background, Copenhagen Declaration on Anti-Doping in Sport was agreed to by the Government of India in March, 2003, which was the political document through which Governments signalled their intention to formally recognize and implement the World Anti-Doping Code brought out by the World Anti-Doping Agency . This was the first step towards the preparation of the UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport. India is a signatory to the International Convention Against Doping in Sport, also known as the “UNESCO Anti-Doping Convention”, which was ratified by India on 07 November 2007. The purpose of the Convention is to promote the prevention of and the fight against doping in sports, with a view to its elimination. The National Anti-Doping Agency, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Youth Affairs, is responsible for adopting, implementing and enforcing anti-doping programmes in India. In the Asia-Oceania region, there are a total of 55 member countries , who are signatories to the Convention.
UNESCO has conveyed their thanks and appreciated the Government of India’s ongoing contribution towards the Fund and commitment to the fight against doping in sport, notably playing a key role in the Convention’s governance as member of the Fund’s Approval Committee for 2022-2023. This contribution, doubling the amount of the minimum 1% contribution, will be included in the certified financial statement of the Fund, which will be presented to COP9, States Parties’ contributions support the implementation of the Fund’s Operational Strategy 2020-2025.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
FOB Goa to conduct various programmes on World Earth Day on 22 April 2022
Panaji, 21 April, 2022
Field Outreach Bureau , Goa, under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, in association with Goa Livelihoods Forum and Goa State Rural Livelihood Mission, is celebrating ‘World Earth Day’ on April 22, 2022. A workshop on “Wealth from Waste” and a Magic Programme on “Earth Conservation”, will be held to commemorate “World Earth Day” celebrations. “Invest in Our Planet” is the theme of this year’s “World Earth Day”. The event will be inaugurated by Smt. Sulakshana Sawant, the President of All Goa SHGs Association.
As part of the pre-event publicity, the FOB has conducted a competition on Nutri Gardens for SHGs in Bicholim taluka. A panel led by Shri Nelson Figueiredo, former Director, Agriculture Department, Govt of Goa visited the Nutri Gardens.
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Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan organises cleanliness drive in South Kolkata
Kolkata, 8th October, 2021
As a part of ongoing ‘Clean India Programme’ of Government of India, Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangsthan , South Kolkata organised a cleanliness drive in Kolkata today. The drive was organized in collaboration with Seema Sahastra Bal .
The programme focused on cleaning and renovating community grounds by nyks volunteers & SSB team. Single use plastic wastes were collected & disposed off to Kolkata Municipal Corporation on the same day.
The Department of Youth Affairs of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports  in commemoration of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsava is organizing a nationwide Clean India Programme from 1st October 2021 to 31st October 2021. The programme is being organised in 6 Lakh villages of 744 Districts across the country through the networks of Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan  affiliated Youth Clubs & National Service Scheme affiliated Institutions.
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Ministry of Defence
Indian Navy Sailors Rescue Man from Drowning at Marine Drive
Three young sailors of the Indian Navy, Akash ME I, Dhananjay, SEA I, and Vishwakarma ME I, were instrumental in rescuing a man who had fallen into the sea off Marine Drive on the night of 09 September.
The sailors were visiting Marine Drive when they noticed people gathering at a spot nearby. On reaching the spot, they observed a man drowning about 150 m into the sea. The man's hands were seen flailing as he struggled to stay afloat.
Akash, a Ship's Diver, Dhananjay, a good swimmer, and Vishwakarma, a Marine Commando, immediately jumped into the water and swam out towards the drowning man. They brought the man to safety and administered CPR since the man had, by then, become unconscious. Once the man began breathing and regained consciousness, the sailors handed the man over to the local police. Their selfless and prompt act of bravery is in keeping with the finest traditions of the Indian Navy.
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President's Secretariat
President of India condoles the passing away of Shri Manohar Parrikar
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind has condoled the passing away of the Chief Minister of Goa, Shri Manohar Parrikar.
The President said, “Extremely sorry to hear of the passing of Shri Manohar Parrikar, Chief Minister of Goa, after an illness borne with fortitude and dignity. An epitome of integrity and dedication in public life, his service to the people of Goa and of India will not be forgotten.”
Ministry of Defence
Raksha Mantri holds bilateral meetings with his Kazakh & Tajikistani counterparts on the sidelines of SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh held separate bilateral meetings with Minister of Defence of Kazakhstan Colonel General Ruslan Zhaxylykov and Minister of Defence of Tajikistan Colonel General Sherali Mirzo in New Delhi on April 27, 2023. The entire spectrum of defence cooperation with the two countries was reviewed during the meetings, with focus on identifying avenues to expand mutually beneficial collaboration. Issues of mutual interest were also discussed.
The Ministers are visiting Delhi at the invitation of the Raksha Mantri to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation  Defence Ministers’ Meeting on April 28, 2023.
Ministry of Defence
Western Air Command Commanders' Conference
The Western Air Command, Commanders' Conference was held on 05 and 06 Sep 2019 at New Delhi. Air Officers Commanding/ Station Commanders of all Air Force Stations under Western Air Command attended the conference. The Chief Guest, Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa PVSM AVSM YSM VM ADC, Chief of Air Staff was received by Air Marshal Raghunath Nambiar PVSM AVSM VM & Bar ADC, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Western Air Command. On arrival, the CAS was presented a Ceremonial Guard of Honour.
Addressing the Commanders, the CAS emphasised on the need to maintain a very high level of operational orientation and preparedness. He reiterated the need for development and upkeep of operational infrastructure and continuous orientation of human resources, so as to absorb induction of new technologies for a smooth transition of the IAF into a potent Aerospace Power. The CAS reminded them regardinG the importance and pivotal role of Western Air Command in all future conflicts and aid to Civil Power. He appreciated the rapid response and professionalism of the Command in the successful Surgical Operations. He also appreciated the aerospace safety record of WAC and urged the Commanders to continue in their earnest efforts towards a safe operational environment.
He exhorted the Commanders to revise their operational plans and training in consonance with the lessons learnt during various exercises and recent operations. The CAS made a special mention of the to maintain very high level of vigil and preparedness to ensure ground defence of our air bases in the backdrop of the existing security scenario.
During the conference, the reviews and discussions were focused on critical analysis of our operational preparedness and training including measures to enhance high serviceability of our combat assets.
The CAS was accompanied by Mrs Kamalpreet Dhanoa, President Air Force Wives Welfare Association , who was received by Mrs Luxmi Nambiar, President AFWWA . Mrs Kamalpreet Dhanoa presided over the Board of Management Meeting of AFWWA  and reviewed the various welfare activities undertaken by Local AFWWA Units of Western Air Command.
AYUSH
AYUSH Minister to inaugurate Naturopathy project for Tribal Healthcare in Pune tomorrow
On occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, Minister of State  for AYUSH will be inaugurating a Naturopathy hospital at the tribal hamlet at GoheBudruk in Pune, Maharashtra tomorrow through video conference. This project will serve as a Naturopathy and Yoga treatment centre for the patients of the tribal community in the area and also as a training centre for the Tribal Youth incorporating the skills of Naturopathy and Yoga to integrate to their health practices. This unit will also study tribal Health practices and develop a repository of tribal health practices. Shri K.C. Padavi, Minister of Tribal Development, Maharashtra will also join the event.
This health facility is the result of a Memorandum of Agreement signed between Director, NIN and the Project Officer, Integrated Tribal Development Project, Godegaon, Pune under which handing over of the premise of Tribal School  for setting up of Yoga and Naturopathy hospital was envisaged. This project has the special mandate of using Naturopathy and Yoga treatment for the patients of the tribal community of the area for managing Immune Deficiency Disorders. This Naturopathy and Yoga Hospital cum training center is expected to serve as model unit for rest of the country.
The GoheBudruk Naturopathy Hospital has the capacity to handle Out-patients and In-patients with an accommodation capacity of 20 beds in which include separate wards for males and females, well furnished Yoga hall, diet center and an array of natural therapies
The above unit will concentrate mainly on nutritional needs of the local people through the locally available resources and provide self sustainable health care model using natural therapeutics. Besides serving as a Health Care Center, it will also provide training to the young tribal men & women to deliver simple Naturopathy treatments which will benefit the entire community on a long run. It may further empower them as self employed and as well as in getting employment both in Nature Cure and yoga Centers as well as in wellness and spa industry, where there is growing demand for work force.
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